Violation code

178.33711A2

Remote control >3500 GAL MC331

Not in SMSOOS· FMCSA A&I All Violations

178.33711A2 is a HazMat violation under 49 CFR §178.33711A2. It is an out-of-service violation; it is not scored in the SMS. Nationally it was cited 7 times in the last five years, with an OOS rate of 100.0%.

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National roadside inspection stats

as of 6/20/2026

Inspections

that found this code

Violations

total written

OOS rate

100.0%

7 OOS

Source: FMCSA roadside inspection data (last 5 years). The OOS rate is the share of these violations that led the officer to mark the driver or vehicle out of service.

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Not used in SMS BASIC scoring

Recorded on your inspection report and visible on the PSP, but contributes 0 points to CSA BASIC scores — even if cited Out-of-Service.

Violation group: HazMat
Regulation §: 178.33711A2
Severity weight: N/A
Used in SMS: No
Status: Active
Updated: 6/20/2026

Last updated June 2026

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Challenging 178.33711A2 through FMCSA DataQs

If this violation was written incorrectly, here are the angles trucking-safety managers use to contest it. Playbook: Hazardous Materials.

Common ways to challenge this code

Shipment was not placardable
The materials transported did not exceed the threshold quantities requiring placards under 49 CFR Part 172 Subpart F.
Evidence that wins
- ✓Shipping papers showing UN number, hazard class, and quantity
- ✓Manufacturer's product specification sheet
Administrative HazMat code (not in SMS)
This administrative code is on the inspection report but does not contribute to CSA BASIC scoring per FMCSA SMS Methodology Appendix A.
Evidence that wins
- ✓FMCSA SMS Methodology Appendix A reference

Common pitfalls — avoid these

⚠Administrative HazMat codes still appear on the PSP record even when not scored in SMS

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Frequently asked questions about 178.33711A2

What does violation 178.33711A2 mean?

178.33711A2 is the FMCSA roadside-inspection violation code for "Remote control >3500 GAL MC331", part of the HazMat group, cited under 49 CFR §178.33711A2.

What BASIC does 178.33711A2 affect?

178.33711A2 is not scored in any CSA BASIC. It is recorded on the inspection report and appears on the PSP, but it contributes 0 points to a carrier's SMS BASIC percentiles.

Is 178.33711A2 an out-of-service (OOS) violation?

Yes. 178.33711A2 is an out-of-service violation, meaning the driver or vehicle can be placed out of service at the roadside until the issue is corrected. OOS violations also add an extra severity point in SMS scoring.

How many CSA points does 178.33711A2 add?

178.33711A2 adds 0 CSA points because it is not used in SMS scoring, even when written out of service.

Can 178.33711A2 be challenged through DataQs?

Yes. If you believe 178.33711A2 was recorded in error, you can file a Request for Data Review (RDR) through the FMCSA DataQs system with supporting evidence. A successful challenge can remove or correct the violation on your record.

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